The Fertility Suite

Home insemination is becoming an increasingly popular route to parenthood for single women and couples using donor sperm, but it is not always straightforward and there is a lot of conflicting information out there. In this episode, we are joined by Rachel Mackay, founder of Tily Blooms , who has designed a home insemination kit specifically to make the process safer, more comfortable and more eff...

If you've ever felt like your body is working against you on your fertility journey, this episode might be the missing piece. Rachel sits down with Laetitia Felix, fertility and pregnancy coach, mind-body practitioner, and founder of Mindset Body and Soul , to talk about something that doesn't get nearly enough airtime: your nervous system. We get into Laetitia's own personal experi...

TTC and been told you need IVF but you're not sure you're ready? You have more options than you might think. In this episode, I'm joined by Marija Skujuna from Plan Your Baby to talk about monitored cycles and ovulation induction: what they actually are, who they could help, and why they might be the step that changes everything before you ever set foot in an IVF clinic. This Episod...

If you’ve experienced miscarriage, especially recurrent pregnancy loss, you may have been told that everything “looks normal.” But for some couples, the missing piece lies within their genetics. In this episode, we’re joined by embryologist and Director of Embryology at The Evewell , Emma Whitney to explore how genetic testing, including karyotyping, can help uncover hidden causes of miscarriage a...

Why does Chinese medicine view fertility so differently and could it be the missing piece if you’re trying to conceive?  In this episode, we’re joined by acupuncturist Kate to explore how Chinese medicine and acupuncture can support fertility naturally , especially for couples navigating unexplained infertility, IVF, or difficulty conceiving . If you’ve been told “everything looks normal” but you’...

In this episode, we sit down with Emma Haslam , a fertility expert who runs a company specialising in IVF abroad and who has also personally built her family through double donor conception . Emma brings both professional insight and real-life experience to the conversation, making this a must-listen for couples who are just starting to explore donor conception or have been told it’s their best op...

Eating for IVF: What to Eat and Why In this episode, Jen Walpole , a fertility nutritionist explains how nutrition can support IVF outcomes, with a focus on the three months before treatment, a key window for egg and sperm development. We explore why nourishment matters before IVF , the key nutrients linked to IVF success , and how vitamin and mineral deficiencies can impact hormone balance, egg q...

Endometriosis is common, complex, and often misunderstood especially when it comes to fertility. In this episode, Dr Rahi Victory , a reproductive endocrinologist and fertility expert breaks down how endometriosis affects fertility, how it’s diagnosed, and what treatment and pregnancy options are available. We talk through the symptoms many people miss, why diagnosis is often delayed, and what pat...

When couples struggle to conceive, the focus often falls on female fertility but sperm health plays a crucial role too. In this episode, we’re joined by Ian Stones from Test Him to explain sperm DNA fragmentation , one of the most overlooked factors in male fertility and unexplained infertility. We break down what sperm DNA fragmentation actually is, how it differs from a standard semen analysis,...

In this episode of The Fertility Suite Podcast, we explore the vital and often overlooked role of the vaginal microbiome in fertility. Joined by Jess Childs, registered Nutritional Therapist and Intimate Health Specialist at Pelvic Relief , we break down what the vaginal microbiome is, why a Lactobacillus-dominant environment supports fertility, and how imbalance may affect sperm survival, implant...

KIR & HLA-DQ Alpha Match Testing explained, what these immune tests mean for IVF, implantation failure, and recurrent pregnancy loss. A conversation for fertility patients seeking answers with Dr V at Fertilysis .  This episode is especially helpful if you are: Experiencing recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) Facing recurrent implantation failure (RIF) Going through IVF with unexplained outcomes Cu...

In this episode I welcome Emma Haslam from Your IVF Abroad . Having navigated IVF herself, Emma brings her advice, guidance and expertise and we have a very open discussion about everything we think you need to know before starting IVF and choosing a clinic. Emma is a breath of fresh air if you are navigating IVF!  You can follow Emma on instagram too - @yourivfabroad and more details below:  Free...

Maria is a Personal Trainer who founded Fitness Fertility , a specialist PT service for women who are struggling to conceive or undergoing fertility treatment. In this episode we bust some myths around exercise and TTC and Maria explains why we should be exercising for health first and the benefits for fertility.  You can also check our Maria's instagram @fitness_fertility  The Fertility Suit...

Dr Lauren Rockliffe is a Chartered Health Pyschologist and pregnancy health coach and founder of Bloomwell Pregnancy supporting women throughout any stage of their fertility and pregnancy journey.  In todays episode we discuss:  The emotional impact of TTC, triggers and how hard & overwhelming it can all be  Tools to help manage this and foster self compassion  How self compassion can help wit...

In this episode we are joined by the wonderful Claire Mooney, andrologist, embryologist and founder of Fertility Solutions , a specialist male fertility clinic in Beaconsfield, Herts. Claire brings her wealth of knowledge to the table to discuss: What is sperm DNA fragmentation and how it can affect a man's fertility The importance of optimising sperm and how you may be able to avoid IVF with...

Dr Katie Lee is a dentist and author of ' Saved by the Mouth' Join Katie & myself to discuss: Fertility Facts: the connection between oral health and fertility, your oral health can be vital for fertility amongst other things Red Flags for Oral Health, signs and symptoms there maybe some work to be done! How to look after your Oral Health and testing for the Oral Microbiome Katie is...

Emma Harding is our Fertility Suite Reproductive Reflexologist, trained under expert Barbara Scott to support you with your fertility. We discuss: How reflexology actually works How it can support fertility and conditions affecting fertility How it supports an IVF cycle Reflexology in early pregnancy What to expect at your first appointment. You can book an appointment with Emma here or reach out...

Louise Collyer is a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, specialising in endometriosis and fertility. We discuss the complexities of Endo and considerations you need to make for your fertility:   - How endo affects fertility   - The Links with your vaginal microbiome   - The Links with your gut microbiome   - Nutritional support for Endo   - How acupuncture and herbal medicine can help   - O...

Victoria Wigley , Embryologist tells us everything you need to know to improve your chance of success with IVF. We discuss:  - What it means to have ‘good egg quality’   - Embryo grading & PGT-A testing  - What factors will affect how many blastocysts you could get  - How important the lab is when choosing an IVF clinic and what should be the basic requirements   - The importance of improving...

Andrew Coutts of the  International Fertility Company tells us everything you need to know about having IVF abroad. For anyone considering IVF this is a must listen!  We discuss:  What are the benefits of having IVF abroad  What are the standards of clinic like abroad Do the clinics abroad offer ‘better’ more up to date treatment options than UK clinics Are there big cost differences What are the...

Golnoush Golshirazi, molecular biologist and founder of Screen Me joined me to discuss the vaginal microbiome and its importance for fertility & loss. Golnoush also discusses how her own experiences have shaped the community she has built and fuelled her research in this area. ScreenMe offers vaginal microbiome and seminal microbiome testing, paired with education, support and care to help peo...

Join Andrologist Olivia Musa and myself to discuss the factors which can affect male fertility, what a semen analysis actually means and a holistic approach to improving sperm parameters.  Olivia Musa Founded The Male Fertility Clinic which offers private semen analysis in Central London whether you are trying to conceive or just want to know whether your sperm are in good health.  The Fertility S...

Worried you might have endometriosis? Concerns post surgical management of miscarriage? Haider Jan, Consultant Gynaecologist, Obstetrician and Clinical Director for Women's Health at Epsom & Surrey NHS talks us through these conditions and will give you practical tips about what to do next.  Haider Jan is based at Epsom & Surrey NHS and also privately at Parkside Hospital, CRP clinic...

Dive into what low AMH actually means and what the best things to do are if you have been told you have low AMH. Alex certainly busts a few myths in this episode and gives practical tips and advice how about best to address low AMH. There really is not much about AMH that Alex can't answer! Alex O'Connor is a Fertility Acupuncturist based in Essex & London, she specialises in complex...

Nicola Headley previously worked as a Midwife, Health Visitor and Birth Trauma Specialist.  But it was her own difficult journey to motherhood which led her to train as a fertility coach.  Nicola specialises in supporting women following pregnancy loss or who are going through IVF or fertility treatment to take back emotional control of their fertility journey.  Because infertility takes over ever...